Multi-platinum hard rock powerhouse Five Finger Death Punch has announced their highly anticipated tenth studio album, Legacy.
“Every album is a snapshot of who we were at that particular moment in time, and Legacy is exactly what the title suggests,” declares guitarist Zoltan Bathory. “It’s a reflection on the journey, the lessons, the victories, the struggles, and everything we’ve experienced over the last two decades.”
He further states, “What makes that journey meaningful is that we didn’t make it alone. We traveled this road alongside millions of fans around the world and somehow became part of each other’s lives. That’s an incredible thing to reflect on twenty years later.”
The brand new song “De Oppresso Liber” is out now. Listen to the song and watch the video below.
Vocalist Ivan Moody continues, “At the same time, Legacy isn’t about looking backward. 20 years is a milestone, not a destination. We’re incredibly proud of this record because it captures everything people love about Five Finger Death Punch while also pointing toward where we’re headed next.”
He finishes, “Our philosophy has always been that this journey doesn’t come with a self-imposed ceiling. Every goal we’ve reached simply revealed another horizon beyond it. We never believed the sky was the limit; if anything, it’s where the true journey begins. Here’s to our shared legacy.”
The digital version arrives July 31; pre-order here, while the CD, vinyl, and cassette versions will land on September 18 — pre-order here.
“‘De Oppresso Liber’ is more than just a motto,” states Bathory. “It’s a calling. It’s a philosophy. It represents a willingness to stand between danger and those who cannot defend themselves. Throughout human history, there have always been people who were drawn to accept that responsibility. This song is our way of paying respect to that mindset.”
The first single from the album, released just last month, “Eye Of The Storm,” is already Top 5 at Rock Radio this week and has already generated over 3.9 million Spotify streams and 1.6 million YouTube views on the official lyric video.
Fresh off the release of their debut full-length Deuterium through Peaceville Records last month, Blindead 23 have unveiled a new video for the album’s closing track, “You Are The Universe.”
The Polish avant-metal outfit emerged from the ashes of Blindead, with former Behemoth guitarist Mateusz “Havoc” Smierzchalski leading a lineup that also features Roger Öjersson, formerly of Katatonia, alongside Pawel “Pavulon” Jaroszewicz of Vltimas, whose résumé also includes time with Vader and Decapitated.
Serving as the final piece of Deuterium, “You Are The Universe” explores themes of surrender, personal transformation, and internal struggle. The song moves through feelings of fear, isolation, and self-destruction before reaching a point of acceptance. Drawing on imagery involving machinery, drowning, sleep, and rebirth, the track examines the challenge of confronting a fractured inner self and embracing change.
Discussing the song’s meaning, Blindead 23 said: “The album’s final chapter is about letting go of control and finding clarity within chaos. It is a descent into the self that ultimately reveals a profound truth: the struggle, the war, and the universe itself have always existed within us.”
While the band carries forward elements that defined the early Blindead sound—combining sludge and post-metal with dense riffs and atmospheric electronics—Blindead 23 have expanded those ideas into a new creative direction. At the same time, the group continues to celebrate material from its earlier era during live performances.
The first music created following the band’s rebirth arrived with the “Vanishing” EP. That release was followed by the seven-inch single “Disposed,” which marked Blindead 23‘s first recording for Peaceville Records and was released in 2025.
Deuterium was recorded and produced by David Castillo, known for his work with Opeth, Carcass, Katatonia, and Leprous, at Studio Gröndahl in Stockholm during the spring of 2023. Mixing and mastering were handled by the band’s longtime associate Kuba Mańkowski.
Blindead 23‘s core lineup is:
Patryk Zwoliński: Vocals Mateusz Śmierzchalski: Guitars, Synths, Piano, & Soundcapes Roger Öjersson: Guitars, Keys, & Vocals Paweł Jaroszewicz: Drums
Shinedown have added another milestone to their career, landing their first appearance on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart. The band’s single “Searchlight” enters the chart at No. 54, marking a crossover success for the group after years of dominating rock radio.
The track appears on Shinedown‘s latest album, Ei8ht, which was released on May 29 through Atlantic Records. The record was produced by bassist and songwriter Eric Bass at his Big Animal Studio in Charleston, South Carolina.
According to Billboard, “After nearly a quarter century of ruling Billboard’s rock charts, Shinedown crosses over to its first entry on a country ranking, as ‘Searchlight’ debuts at No. 54 on Country Airplay. The song drew 980,000 audience impressions in the June 12-18 tracking week, according to Luminate.”
Speaking about the achievement, Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers said: “It means a lot to us. The fact that we can even be accepted by another format is really cool to us. So, thank you to country radio for playing the song. We know they’re a group of people who are very proud of what they do, so thank you very much for letting us in.”
“Searchlight” has already made a strong impact on rock radio. Earlier this year, the song reached No. 1 on both Mediabase’s Active Rock chart and Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart. The band continues to hold the record for the most No. 1 songs in the history of both charts.
More recently, “Safe And Sound” pushed those records even further, becoming Shinedown‘s 23rd No. 1 hit on Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Airplay chart and their 25th No. 1 on the Mediabase Active Rock chart. Those achievements further strengthened the band’s standing as one of rock radio’s most successful acts.
Away from radio, Shinedown have remained highly visible throughout the year. The band performed during the grand finale of “American Idol”, headlined Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, and launched the Dance, Kid, Dance Act IIworld tour. They also earned back-to-back honors as “Rock Artist Of The Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards two years in a row.”
The momentum continues this summer as Shinedown take the Dance, Kid, Dance Act II world tour across North America and Europe, with more than 50 shows scheduled in 11 countries.
The band is also continuing its charitable work by donating $1 from every ticket sold to City Of Hope, supporting cancer research and treatment efforts.
Looking ahead, Shinedown will host their first curated festival, Shinedown’s Lunatic Ball Beach Weekend, from October 23-25, 2026, in Miramar Beach, Florida. The three-day event will feature two headline performances from Shinedown along with appearances by Bush, Hanson, Flyleaf featuring Lacey Sturm, Living Colour, From Ashes To New, Guardians Of The Jukebox, Neon Mooners, and additional artists yet to be announced.
The Rolling Stones have unveiled another preview of their upcoming studio album, Foreign Tongues, releasing the new single “Jealous Lover” along with a music video directed by ChrisBarrett and Luke Taylor and featuring Anya Taylor-Joy and Charles Melton.
Set for release on July 10 through Capitol Records, Foreign Tongues continues to take shape with “Jealous Lover” arriving alongside another new track, “Divine Intervention”. The latter is one of two songs on the album to feature The Cure frontman Robert Smith.
After introducing fans to the upbeat feel of “In The Stars”, The Rolling Stones head in a different direction with “Jealous Lover”. The track leans into a soulful R&B groove, with Mick Jagger delivering a standout falsetto vocal that drives the song forward.
Built on the band’s long-standing connection to rhythm and blues, “Jealous Lover” blends memorable melodies with tight musicianship and observant songwriting. Jagger’s lyrics take aim at an overly curious lover, injecting humor, attitude, and colorful imagery into the track.
Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood provide the song’s guitar backbone, their interplay helping shape its melodic flow. Darryl Jones handles bass duties while Steve Jordan locks in the groove on drums and percussion. Longtime collaborator Steve Winwood contributes Rhodes and organ parts, while producer Andrew Watt and keyboardist Matt Clifford add further layers to the arrangement.
“Jealous Lover” highlights the chemistry and creativity that continue to define The Rolling Stones more than six decades into their career, blending classic influences with a fresh and contemporary approach.
The material for Foreign Tongues came together during a particularly productive period for the band. Recorded in less than a month at Metropolis Studios in West London, the album reunited Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood with Grammy-winning producer Andrew Watt, who previously worked with the group on Hackney Diamonds.
According to the band, the new record captures the familiar strengths that have made The Rolling Stones one of rock’s most enduring acts while also exploring new musical and lyrical territory.
Foreign Tongues will be released in multiple formats, including standard and deluxe CDs, cassette editions, several vinyl variants, retailer-exclusive versions and box sets. The previously released single “In The Stars” will also be available on CD and vinyl.
“Jealous Lover” Credits:
Mick Jagger: Vocals & Background Vocals Keith Richards: Electric Guitar Ronnie Wood: Electric Guitar Darryl Jones: Bass Steve Jordan: Drums & Percussion Steve Winwood: Rhodes & Organ Andrew Watt: Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Synthesizers, & Piano Matt Clifford: Synthesizers
“Divine Intervention” Credits:
Mick Jagger: Vocals, Background Vocals, Percussion, Acoustic Guitar, & Electric Guitar Keith Richards: Electric Guitar Ronnie Wood: Electric Guitar Darryl Jones: Bass Steve Jordan: Drums Andrew Watt: Synthesizers & Background Vocals Robert Smith: Electric Guitar Steve Winwood: Piano & Organ James King: Tenor Saxophone & Alto Saxophone Ron Blake: Trumpet
In the mid- to late 1980s, Whitesnake exploded from a popular British hard rock band into a worldwide phenomenon, becoming one of the decade’s most successful rock acts. This fall, Craft Recordings revisits that landmark period with vinyl reissues of Slide It In (1984), Whitesnake (1987), and Slip of the Tongue (1989). Powered by hits including “Here I Go Again,” “Is This Love,” “Still of the Night,” and “Fool for Your Loving,” the David Coverdale-led group’s run of multi-Platinum albums helped define the sound and spectacle of ’80s hard rock.
Arriving September 18, the titles return to vinyl in their original U.S. 1-LP configurations. Alongside the wide release on standard black vinyl, exclusive color pressings include the self-titled Whitesnake on “Tan Smoke” (via Walmart) and “Stone Marble” (Revolver). Fans can also find Whitesnake on limited-edition “Gold Black Ice,” alongside Slide It In on “Onyx” and Slip of the Tongue on “Crimson Moon,” exclusively here. All three albums are available to pre-order and stream today.
Founded in 1978 by Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee David Coverdale, Whitesnake was the next chapter in a career that had already brought him international acclaim as the frontman of Deep Purple. After appearing on the influential Deep Purple albums Burn, Stormbringer, and Come Taste the Band, Coverdale formed Whitesnake to pursue his own songwriting vision. While the band’s earliest work was rooted in blues, soul, and classic British rock, later Whitesnake albums paired those influences with bigger hooks, a heavier guitar-driven sound, and arena-rock scale, propelling the band to worldwide success.
That evolution comes into sharp focus with 1984’s Slide It In, the album that pushed Whitesnake’s blues-rock foundation toward a leaner, more radio-ready hard rock sound. Powered by “Love Ain’t No Stranger,” “Slow an’ Easy,” and the swaggering title track, the album retained the grit and swing of the band’s earlier work while pointing clearly toward the bigger hooks and heightened production that would soon define the band’s international breakthrough. It became Whitesnake’s first U.S. Top 40 release and later achieved double-Platinum certification in the U.S.
If Slide It In opened the door, 1987’s self-titled Whitesnake kicked it off its hinges. Often referred to simply as 1987, the album transformed the band into international superstars with “Here I Go Again,” “Is This Love,” and “Still of the Night.” A reimagined version of a song first released in 1982, “Here I Go Again” became the band’s signature hit, topping the Billboard Hot 100. The album peaked at No.2 on the Billboard 200, was certified 8x Platinum in the U.S., and yielded the No.2 Hot 100 hit “Is This Love.”
For the MTV generation, Whitesnake’s cinematic videos were central to the band’s rise, giving the songs a visual language as bold and polished as the records themselves. Among the most iconic was the video for “Here I Go Again,” featuring model and actress Tawny Kitaen, whose memorable appearance helped make it one of the defining music videos of the MTV era. Heavy rotation on the network helped introduce the band to millions of new fans worldwide, further elevating Whitesnake’s status as one of hard rock’s defining acts. Decades later, tracks like “Here I Go Again,” “Is This Love,” and “Still of the Night” remain staples of classic rock radio, streaming playlists, and concert stages around the world.
By 1989’s Slip of the Tongue, Whitesnake was firmly established on the world stage. Co-written by Coverdale and Adrian Vandenberg, the album took on a new dimension when Vandenberg was sidelined by a wrist injury and Steve Vai stepped in to record much of the guitar work. Featuring “Fool for Your Loving,” “The Deeper the Love,” and “Now You’re Gone,” Slip of the Tongue reached No.10 in both the U.S. and UK and earned Platinum certification in the States.
Together, Slide It In, Whitesnake, and Slip of the Tongue capture a pivotal chapter in rock history, when blues-rock roots, stadium-sized spectacle, MTV-era image-making, and pop crossover instinct converged to create some of the era’s most enduring anthems. Collectively, the albums document David Coverdale’s evolution from respected British rock vocalist to international superstar and remain cornerstones of the hard rock canon.
Craft Recordings is home to one of the largest and most essential collections of master recordings and compositions in the world. Its storied repertoire includes landmark releases from icons such as Joan Baez, John Coltrane, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Celia Cruz, MilesDavis, Isaac Hayes, John Lee Hooker, Little Richard, R.E.M., and Joan Sebastian. Plus, the catalog recordings of celebrated contemporary acts including A Day to Remember, DaddyYankee, Evanescence, Alison Krauss, Nine Inch Nails, Taking Back Sunday, and ViolentFemmes, to name just a few.
Renowned imprints with catalogs issued under the Craft banner include Fania, Fantasy, Fearless, Musart, Nitro, Panart, Prestige, Riverside, Rounder, Specialty, Stax, Vanguard, Varèse Sarabande, Vee-Jay and Victory, among many others. Craft creates thoughtfully curated packages, with a meticulous devotion to quality and a commitment to preservation—ensuring that these recordings endure for new generations to discover. Craft is also home to the Billie Holiday and Tammy Wynette estates which preserve and protect their respective names, likeness and music through day-to-day legacy management of these cultural trailblazers.
Grammy-winning guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela have shared a new behind-the-scenes studio video documenting the recording of “Monster,” the first single from their forthcoming album OurHome, due September 18th via ATO Records.
Filmed at NK Sound Tokyo during the album sessions, the intimate footage offers a rare look inside the creative process behind a record that found the duo returning to Japan after a period of creative uncertainty, capturing Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero performing together in the studio where the album ultimately took shape.
Released earlier this month alongside an official animated video created by legendary manga artist Naoki Urasawa, “Monster” serves as the opening chapter of OurHome. Recorded in Japan and self-produced by Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero at NK Sound Tokyo, OurHome marks a new chapter for the Mexico City-bred duo, whose singular blend of instrumental guitar music and fearless musical exploration has earned them a global audience over the past two decades.
One of Japan’s most celebrated creators, Urasawa is the acclaimed author of “Monster”, 20th Century Boys, Pluto, and Master Keaton, with more than 140 million copies of his work sold worldwide. Inspired by Urasawa’s seminal psychological thriller “Monster”, Rodrigo y Gabriela’s single explores the tangled contradictions of the human psyche through one of the album’s darkest and most cinematic compositions. The official music video brings the connection full circle, with Urasawa creating original artwork inspired by the song and its themes.
“Monster is such a deep, philosophical story – it’s about a psychopathic killer, but it’s so uplifting and leaves you with a real sense of hope,” says Quintero. “We’d written that track without knowing that Urasawa was a fan of ours, and now he’s making the video for us.”
The admiration was mutual. Urasawa, who discovered Rodrigo y Gabriela through their live performances years before the collaboration came together, says he was stunned when he learned the duo had written a song inspired by “Monster”.
“I still find it incredible that encounters like this can really happen,” says Urasawa. “Originally, I watched videos of their live performances and thought they were amazing, so I started collecting their vinyl records and CDs.”
After learning that Rodrigo y Gabriela’s new song had been inspired by “Monster”, Urasawa reached out through the band’s Japanese promoter and soon found himself sitting down with the duo in Tokyo.
“When artists I admire that much bring you an offer like that, there’s no way you can say no!” he says. “The completed track, ‘Monster,’ not only perfectly captures the mood of my work Monster, but the duo’s guitar playing also transports us to an entirely different and elevated dimension.”
The collaboration serves as the opening chapter of OurHome, an album deeply shaped by Rodrigo y Gabriela’s long-standing connection to Japan. After a period of creative frustration and uncertainty, the duo found renewed inspiration in a country that has long served as a source of artistic and personal renewal.
“We’ve always felt drawn to Japan because of the art and aesthetics and attention to beauty,” says Quintero. “There’s also something about being there that invites you to look inward, to reconnect with who you really are and what gives you meaning.”
Returning to the textural fluidity of acoustic instrumentation after the electric-guitar-heavy sound of 2023’s In Between Thoughts…A New World, OurHome serves as both a love letter to Japan and a meditation on the possibility of finding peace wherever you are. The album features collaborations with former Megadeth guitarist Marty Friedman, Japanese jazz pianist Hiromi, cellist Hiyori Okuda, and guitarist/composer Yukihiro Atsumi. Mixed by five-time GRAMMY winner Dave Sardy (The Who, Oasis, Red Hot Chili Peppers) and mastered by StephenMarcussen (Nirvana, R.E.M., The Rolling Stones), the album draws from manga, mythology, migration, philosophy, nature, and personal transformation while remaining rooted in the expressive acoustic interplay that has defined Rodrigo y Gabriela’s career.
Rodrigo y Gabriela will celebrate the release of OurHome with an extensive North American headline tour beginning September 30th in Dallas, including appearances at Austin City Limits, Washington, D.C.‘s The Anthem, New York’s Bowery Ballroom, San Francisco’s Castro Theatre, and major theater dates across the U.S. and Canada. The duo will then continue the tour across Ireland, the U.K., and Europe in spring 2027. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit here.
As they prepare to bring the album to audiences around the world, Rodrigo y Gabriela see OurHome as an invitation to reconnect with what grounds us amid an increasingly chaotic world.
“Every day we face so many challenges, whether it’s economic crisis or ecological crisis or political crisis, so we need to protect what makes us feel safe and connected to our true essence,” says Quintero. “We made this album to celebrate what helps us to find that home within ourselves, and we hope it inspires everyone to figure out what home means to them. It’s a very powerful thing, because nobody can ever take it away from you.”
OurHome is due September 18 via ATO Records and is available now for pre-order and pre-save here.
Following a breakout year that saw Dogma sell out every European headlining show, complete its largest Latin American tour to date, and continue its rapid international ascent, the band returns today with “My Matricidal,” the highly anticipated new single and music video.
“My Matricidal” is a theatrical collision of aggressive guitars, ritualistic percussion, haunting cinematic soundscape, soaring vocal performances, and a relentless series of sonic blows that steadily escalate toward a towering climax. The result is a dark, emotionally charged composition that expands the band’s signature blend of hard rock, metal, and provocative storytelling.
Accompanying the single is an ambitious new music video that expands the narrative introduced in “Fate Unblinds,” revealing another key piece of the puzzle while raising new questions about everything that came before.
Regarding the new release, Lilith comments: “The themes explored in ‘My Matricidal’ are not really about betrayal. They are about recognition. There comes a moment in every person’s life when something they believed, trusted, or accepted can no longer withstand reality. Most people spend their energy focusing on the deception itself, but I think the more important question is what happens after the truth becomes impossible to ignore. Some people retreat into anger or denial. Others choose to learn from it and move forward with greater clarity. That moment of choice has always fascinated me because it ultimately shapes the direction of a person’s life. The truth reveals itself in time. What you do with it is your responsibility. You shape your fate.”
The release arrives at a pivotal moment in Dogma‘s continued growth. During the first half of 2026, the band completed its largest European and Latin American touring cycle to date, performing for thousands of fans across both continents. Every European headlining show sold out, including appearances in London, Manchester, Wolverhampton, Bristol, Eindhoven, Hamburg, and Munich.
The momentum continues this summer as Dogma returns to Europe for appearances at major festivals including Copenhell, Basinfire, Tuska, Rockharz, Rock Imperium, and Resurrection Fest, alongside a special headlining performance in Istanbul.
With the release of “My Matricidal,” Dogma maintains a single position: The truth reveals itself in time.
French progressive rock powerhouse Lalu share today the new track “I Am The One”, the second single taken from the upcoming new album A Mythmaker’s Demise, out on July 31, 2026, via Frontiers Music Srl.
Vivien Lalu commented: “I Am The One” is about the double life Martin LeMar (vocals) leads, a reality shared by many musicians today: a day job by day, and rock music / the stage at night. The video brings this to life by showing Martin at his desk, talking to the rockstar version of himself standing beside him. The song is the voice of that other self, the one in the shadows that keeps calling him back. As the lyric says: “I stood beside you, I am the one”.”
Lalu returns with A Mythmaker’s Demise, a milestone release celebrating the 20th anniversary of Vivien Lalu’s progressive rock project. What began in 2005 with Oniric Metal now comes full circle – this is not just a new album, but a bold tribute to legacy, craftsmanship, and artistic brotherhood.
To mark the occasion, Lalu reunites with vocalist Martin LeMar (Nachtgeschrei, Mekong Delta), whose voice first defined the project. LeMar contributes powerful performances and lyricism that bridge past and present. Also making a triumphant return is drumming legend SimonPhillips (ex-Toto, Protocol), the very first drummer to record the earliest Lalu track, “Paint the Sky”.
Continuing the collaborative spirit ignited in 2023’s “The Fish Who Wanted To Be King”, Vivien Lalu teams up once again with longtime partner Joop Wolters on guitars and bass. The duo crafted the songs from the ground up, focusing on organic, dynamic arrangements with no overproduction – just raw, honest performances.
“We wanted this record to feel alive. No drum samples, next to no EQ, just real performances captured in their natural state”, explained Vivien Lalu.
Guitarist Joop Wolters added: “There has always been undeniable musical synergy between Viv and me. This album came together very naturally, and locking in with the real, unedited live drums by Simon Phillips in the final stages was the icing on the cake. It truly feels like a real band, just like back in the good old days”.
The album was mixed to preserve a live, open sound, capturing the human energy of each take. A key guest appearance comes from keyboard virtuoso Jens Johansson (Stratovarius, Yngwie Malmsteen), who delivers explosive solos across three tracks. His presence carries particular significance, having been one of Vivien’s earliest influences and a contributor to both “Atomic Ark” and “Paint The Sky”.
The evocative title A Mythmaker’s Demise reflects on the fading light of human imagination in the age of artificial intelligence. The striking artwork by Mattias Norén portrays a writer dying at his desk, while his creations struggle to escape into a world that no longer values them – a visual metaphor for the album’s deeper message.
A Mythmaker’s Demise isn’t just an album – it’s a time capsule of progressive rock’s soul, 20 years in the making. It is available to pre-order here.
Lalu Line Up:
Vivien Lalu: Keyboards Joop Wolters: Guitars, bass Martin LeMar: Vocals Simon Phillips: Drums
Frozen Crown head out on their darkest journey yet with the first single from their upcoming album, The Legend of the Six Kings, coming out October 2 via Napalm Records. “The One” starts the band’s more narrative approach, wrapping them in mysterious darkness with sweeping melodies shining bright. Inspired by fantasy literature of the 20th century, namely J. R. R. Tolkien‘s The Lord of the Rings, the Italian six-piece is back in their strong form: Grand choruses, strong riffs, and pure heavy power metal. Here they are, servants of “The One”—and they’re bringing their listeners along on the grand adventure …
Frozen Crown about “The One”: “‘The One’ marks a new beginning for Frozen Crown, showing the wicked, dark side of the band. Singer Giada ‘Jade’ Etro turns heel, claiming the throne and the literal ‘frozen crown’, leading the wraith kings to search for The One. Sounds familiar? Visionary and talented video-maker Raoul Noise and prop designer Daria Gislon join forces with the band, giving life to the vibrant and obscure Frozen Crown world, between J. R. R. Tolkien‘s harmonious and regal aesthetics and Robert E. Howard‘s brutality.”
The legend starts: Frozen Crown head into their very own age of gold with their new album, The Legend of the Six Kings. Taking a more narrative approach than previous releases, their sixth album sends the Italian band on an epic quest. The ten brand-new heavy power metal tracks expand their dynamic repertoire into a slightly darker, but nevertheless illustrious, direction. With lead vocalist Giada “Jade” Etro changing her formerly cheerful approach to claim the sinister titular frozen crown, the band shows its true form with this straightforward punch of a record.
The Legend of the Six Kings has Frozen Crown take the throne, deserving of their band name. A powerful work of rousing heavy power metal and massive vocal arrangements, the six-piece delivers a glorious performance filled with energetic melodies and catchy choruses. The Legend of the Six Kings matures the band’s trademark sound and makes sure that these six kings and queens will remain what the title states: legends. The album can be pre-order here.
Frozen Crown about The Legend of the Six Kings: “With our sixth album—our second on Napalm Records—we continue our search for the quintessential Frozen Crown tune, distilling the key elements of our sound and style into increasingly concise and straightforward songs, stripping away all unnecessary frills.
“The Legend of the Six Kings draws directly from our debut album The Fallen King, continuing the saga of the Kings and the Tyrant, as we are—thanks to a brilliant newly extended team—finally able to do justice to what we had in mind with the original concept of the band. The visionary genius of Raoul Noise (the video maker behind all our new videos and band photos), the masterful craftsmanship of Daria Gislon (who designed and built the throne and the literal ‘frozen crown’) and of course the outstanding artistic talent of Sheila Franco (who hand painted our album cover art) gave life to the vibrant, obscure, frozen world we had in mind since the very beginning of the band, somewhere between J. R. R. Tolkien’s harmonious and regal aesthetics and Robert E. Howard‘s brutality.
“The Legend of the Six Kings brings not only new visuals, but also an empowered sound, with the young war hearts getting older on the battlefield and becoming an increasingly leading force of the Crown (with drummer and multi-instrumentalist Niso Tomasini becoming a more integral part of the songwriting together with singer Giada ‘Jade’ Etro and mastermind Federico Mondelli) and new warriors joining our ranks (Aleksandra Stamenkovic and her scorching, old school, abrasive guitar leads).
This sixth album depicts the strength of our six band members, and our personal idea of Power Metal infused in ten catchy tracks touching the most varied nuances of the genre, from raw and uncompromising Speed Metal, to the sumptuous magniloquence of Symphonic Metal, to the occasional linear chaos of Melodic Death Metal, but always sounding as Frozen Crown as ever!”
The speedy opener “Lightning in the Sky” situates the band on a battlefield, swords shining bright and fire in their eyes, setting the theme for the rest of the album on which Frozen Crown deal blow after winning blow. “Who Wants to Burn in Heaven” determines the direction the band takes with their campaign: the choir-powered, groovy song illustrates Hell as the realm of their eternal rule, calling on their legions to join in on their chants live. The following epos, “Reborn,” is a powerful anthem of steadfastness as well as a bolstering tale about team spirit.”“The One” continues the theme of The Legend of the Six Kings being inspired by Tolkien’s masterpiece “The Lord of the Rings”, wrapping the band in mysterious darkness with sweeping songs shining bright. Here, Frozen Crown also show magnificent instrumental abilities through a majestic guitar solo where the three guitars intertwine, beautifully harmonizing together. Going extra catchy, the Italian band slides in a cover of “Iris”: originally by American alternative rock band Goo Goo Dolls, this 1998 track became an international superhit. Frozen Crown take its power and make it power metal, covering the entire spectrum from waltz-time ballad to high-speed drums and vocals full of pathos. “I just want you to know who I am” should be a given thing hereafter! “Winter Hearts” contrasts this venture into the mainstream instantly with easily recognizable heavy riffs to start, growls to hammer in the message, and a chantable chorus to close the deal—a grand track, reminiscent of the band’s classic songs from their 2018 debut, The Fallen King. The epic storytelling continues throughout melancholic “River of Time” and assertive “Through the Fire,” singalong potential included. “To the Stars” gifts The Legend of the Six Kings additional live character before the title track, “The Legend of the Six Kings,” rises to full glory. Nearing epic melodic death metal in its growled verses, the song is another duet between Jade and guitarist Federico Mondelli, who adds fierce growls and clean vocals.
The Legend of the Six Kings will be available in the following formats:
Mighty Music is proud to announce the release of Electrifyed, the brand-new studio album from NWOBHM pioneers Tygers Of Pan Tang. The album finds the legendary British metal act returning to a heavier and more aggressive sound while retaining the melodic identity that has defined the band throughout its celebrated career.
“The heavier, the better, that was our mantra throughout the writing and recording of Electrifyed”, singer Jack Meille comments about the writing process of the record. “We wanted to rediscover the pleasure of being driven by the powerful force of a heavy riff without losing that melodic touch all great Tygers songs have”.
Written with a clear artistic vision from the outset, Electrifyed draws inspiration from the raw energy of the band’s early years, particularly their landmark debut album Wild Cat, while showcasing the chemistry and creativity of the current line-up. The result is a collection of songs built around powerful riffs, memorable melodies, and a renewed commitment to the heavy metal traditions the band helped establish.
The album also introduces guitarist John Footitt on record for the first time. Joining founding member Robb Weir, Jack Meille, drummer Craig Ellis, and bassist Huw Holding, Footitts guitar skills fit the album’s muscular and contemporary sound.
To achieve the sonic impact envisioned by the band, Tygers of Pan Tang worked closely with producer and musician Marco Angioni, a longtime friend and collaborator who helped translate the group’s ambitions into a cohesive and powerful final product. The album artwork was once again entrusted to Andy Pilkington of Very Metal Art, whose striking cover concept perfectly captures the spirit and energy of Electrifyed.
Electrifyed will be released on LP (black vinyl, blue vinyl with white splatter, and orange vinyl with blue splatter, each limited to 500 copies), digipack CD, and digital formats on 11.09.2026, via Mighty Music. Pre-orders are available now here.
The first two singles off the album, the title track and “Forevermore”, are out now on all streaming services.
More than four decades after helping launch the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, Tygers of Pan Tang continue to demonstrate why they remain one of the movement’s most enduring and respected names. Electrifyed stands as both a tribute to the genre’s roots and a statement of intent for the present day.
“It’s time to honour the musical movement that we helped to start – the ’New Wave of British Heavy Metal’. This is a brand new Heavy Metal album from us, steeped in the late 70’s, flavoured from the 80’s and ready for consumption right now!” says founder and guitarist Robb Weir.
Tygers of Pan Tang Lineup:
Robb Weir: Guitar Craig Ellis: Drums Jack Meille: Vocals Huw Holding: Bass John Foottit: Guitar
